Tuesday night, Iggy Azalea performed in front of a sold-out crowd at Hollywood’s Dim Mak Studios in support of her Ignorant Art mixtape. Following live renditions of her the tape’s standouts including “Pu$$y” and “My World,” the Aussie-rapper had a treat for fans debuting a new song titled “Picture Me Rollin.” The song of course draws inspiration from Tupac Shakur, who Iggy has stated to be obssesed with and calls an idol. Until we hear the full product enjoy a preview above.

Iggy’s debut album The New Classic, is set to drop in June. T.I. will serve as executive producer on the project releasing via Interscope Records.

via Complex

Previously:
Say What? T.I. To Executive Produce Iggy Azalea’s Debut Album
Iggy Azalea Signs With Interscope, Says Jimmy Iovine Called Her the ‘Next 2pac’

Asher Roth takes his music to the streets as familiar Los Angeles sites serves as his backdrop in “Dope Sh*t.” The 1500 Or Nothin’-cut can be found on Asher’s Pabst & Jazz mixtape out now.

More new videos from Saigon, Yelawolf, and Nipsey Hussle after the jump…..

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It’s time to boss up, Rick Ross shakes things up a bit in his new video for “Yella Diamonds.” Watch the newest clip in support of his standout mixtape Rich Forever.

Directed by DRE Films

Premiered by XXL

After the jump, Rick Ross speaks with MTV on his rumored lines to Young Jeezy on Rich Forever…..

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A little under a month ago, our good friend Peter Rosenberg of Hot 97 addressed the ongoing drinking and driving issue, which unfortunately, has also been a trendy topic to rap about these days. With the loss of Peter’s brother-in-law last May, we strongly support Peter’s stance and would like to promote awareness of this matter.

So after the Top Dog Entertainment duo discussed some of their recent successes, Peter had the chance to confront Schoolboy Q about the A$AP Rocky featured track “Hands On the Wheel,” off his latest project Habits & Contradictions, which happens to endorse drinking and driving.

Hit the jump to see Peter’s previous PSA.
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Theophilus London stars in the newest ad for Bing, which is set to air this Sunday (February 12) during the Grammys  As part of the “Bing is for doing” campaign, the rapper talks about his daily grind as an emerging artist.

“People talk about overnight success, and this is definitely not one of those stories,” he explains, adding that a grueling touring schedule (over 300 shows this past year!) and significant internet presence account for his current success. He continues, “No one dresses me, no one tells me what to do, no label pushes me around.”

As part of his campaign with Bing, he’s offering cash prizes for fans who remix his album tracks. Check out all that info here…and if you like the song playing in the ad, cop his album Timez Are Weird These Days.

Catch him as his Tour de Roses wraps up in coming weeks – all dates here.

Thanks to Info’s foodie pal Immaculate Infatuation.

Previously:
Behind The Scenes: Theophilus London & A$AP Rocky Recording “Big Spender”
New Music: Theophilus London “Last Night (LVRS ANTHEM)”
Theophilus London’s “I Stand Alone” Video: Fashion Cowboy Hits the Road

50 Cent and his G-Note R&B artist, Governor, made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Tuesday night. Watch the duo perform “Wait Until Tonight” taped during 50’s Super Bowl concert on Saturday evening from the Bud Light Hotel in Indianapolis. Grab the song off Fif’s The Big 10 mixtape out now.

Previously: It’s Raining Diamond-Covered Hublots! Just Ask Rick Ross…and 50 Cent

After premiering their Now or Neva mixtape last Halloween, the Chicago duo presents us with a mini-movie that features a combination of two tracks, “Streets Talking” and “Johnny Cochran.” Directed by Jonah Schwartz.

Says Count & Moonie:

“Most of the inspiration,comes from every day life. There’s a lot of guys out here, that wanna change there life,and right when they’re about to change there lives, Someone close to them gets in trouble and sets them up. That’s something that’s happening all around the county even our governor in Illinois, was railroaded by his close associate. Just know if you play this game, make sure you have your ends cover so have your lawyer and bond money ready. “

Related:
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New Music: Raekwon Feat. L.E.P. Bogus Boys & Dion Primo “This Shit Hard”
New Video L.E.P. Bogus Boys feat. Gucci Mane “Handlin’ My Bizness”
New Music: L.E.P. Bogus Boys Feat. Meek Mill “Rush Hour”

There’s always a special place in our hearts for Big Pun. It’s been 12 years this day since the legendary emcee passed away, but his legacy will forever be cherished. Hot 97’s DJ Mister Cee paid homage to the Big Punisher on Hot 97’s “Throwback at Noon” today by putting together a 60-minute tribute mix. Take a listen below.

Audio: Mister Cee’s Big Pun Tribute ‘Throwback At Noon’ Mix (2-7-12)

Hit the jump to see DJ Whoo Kid reminisce on the time he cursed out Big Pun…

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In celebration of Black History month Hot 97’s Mister Cee welcomed legendary producer and DJ onto the first Black Fist Friday Takeover to spin during the Throwback At Noon mix. After taking over the airwaves, Pete Rock sat down with Mister Cee to talk about his iconic career. Rock also talked about working with Heavy D and if the unreleased tracks will ever surface.

“We did one song, it’s like popp-ish hip hop, but it’s dope. God does things for a reason, before he passed, I spent hella time with him. Like one whole weekend with him, spent the night, made the music, ate well, drank well, we did it up.”

Full audio interview with Pete Rock and Mister Cee after the jump.

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It’s a rarity to see an athlete of Asian descent competing in one of the most competitive sports leagues in the world. There was the brief, yet, remarkable career of Yao Ming and the sub-par NBA careers of Wang ZhiZhi and Sun Yue, but for the first time in history the New York Knicks have a Taiwanese-American, Harvard graduate as the spotlight of city, all in the midst of the Giants celebrating their Super Bowl victory. Whether you’re on the Jeremy Lin bandwagon or not, there’s something special about the 6’3 point guard that seems to be completely revitalizing the New York Knicks basketball. Where’s Spike at?

We can call him the Tim Tebow of the NBA and refer to his movement as “Linsanity” or “Linning,” but let’s just hope he’s the solution to the Knicks’ point guard struggle. And while race probably does play a huge factor in the excitement around Lin, there’s a deeper meaning behind his faithful story. After being waived by the Warriors and the Rockets, then being sent down to the D-League, it’s incredible to see how confident and levelheaded Lin is on the court. So if you haven’t kept up with the recent hoopla, hit the jump to see the highlights.

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